Clinical Psychologist | Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
| Posting date: | 29 October 2025 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £50,952 - £57,349 per annum pro rata |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 28 November 2025 |
| Location: | Oxford, OX3 9DU |
| Company: | Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 7573835/321-CSS-7573835-B8a |
Summary
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Clinical Psychologist to join the Children’s Psychological Medicine team based at the Children’s Hospital Oxford . This established role supports the delivery of a psychological service to young people and their families who are seen by the Oncology Service, as well as providing General Paediatric input within the Children’s Hospital. Psychology plays a key role within these services, embedded within the MDT to deliver high-quality, evidence-based, and family-integrated care. You would be joining another psychologist who also works in the Pain Management Service.
Children's Psychological Medicine consists of psychologists, psychiatrists, and a family therapist, providing opportunities for both formal and informal consultation with staff experienced in a range of therapeutic approaches. The department operates an inpatient rota for the children’s hospital, and there are numerous opportunities to seek advice and support from colleagues on a daily basis.
This post is a full-time position. The Trust is supportive of flexible working arrangements and would be happy to discuss this further if needed. The team runs monthly Continuing Professional Development (CPD) slots, and there are several opportunities to develop interests in specific therapeutic models, with funds available for additional training.
he postholder will provide a highly specialised paediatric clinical psychology service to children, young people, and their families referred to Children’s Psychological Medicine. Responsibilities include assessment, intervention, consultation, research and audit, supervision, and training.
Specifically, the postholder will:
• Deliver a specialist service for 6 sessions per week (0.6 WTE) to the Teenage and Young Adult (TYA) Oncology Service, which provides both out-patient and in-patient care for young people up to age 25 and their families referred from across the region.
• Act as a key member of the multidisciplinary team (MDT), contributing to service development and improvement through:
• Attendance and participation in departmental and MDT meetings
• Development and facilitation of therapeutic groups for young people
• Providing consultation and advice to colleagues
• Provide the remaining 4 sessions (0.4 WTE) to the general paediatrics waiting list, including support for the in-hours psychologist-of-the-week service on the wards.
In all aspects of the role, the postholder will collaborate with a specialist team of clinicians, including paediatricians, psychologists, physiotherapists, play specialists, and specialist nurses. The postholder will work autonomously as an independent practitioner, within defined professional guidelines, and be fully accountable for all professional actions.
Oxford is a nationally recognised centre for medical education, professional training, and research, seeking to recruit and retain those at the forefront of their field. The Trust has a strong ethos of supporting staff to achieve their potential, with opportunities for conducting research alongside clinical work and access to both internal and external training and professional development opportunities.
Oxford University Hospitals offer a wide range of general and specialist clinical services, which includes a thriving psychological presence across the lifespan. Alongside this, there is access to various resources across the site, including library facilities, canteens, and cafes, as well as an established staff support and well-being service.
The city itself is large and cosmopolitan, offering opportunities to visit a range of museums and art galleries. There are diverse shopping locations, a vibrant café and bar scene, and numerous established music venues to suit all tastes. The city has served as the backdrop for many films and television series, with specialist tours for those eager to explore further. The surrounding picturesque countryside, including the Otmoor wildlife reserve, historic Woodstock, and Blenheim Palace, is less than 30 minutes away. We are also within an hour of London and Heathrow for those looking to travel further afield. For more information, see
https://www.visitoxford.org.
For a more detailed description of the job, please see the attached job description and person specification. You are also welcome to contact Dr Isabel Paz, at (isabel.paz@ouh.nhs.uk) should you have any specific queries regarding the post.
This advert closes on Wednesday 12 Nov 2025
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